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After blistering June, Phoenix keeps breaking heat records

After blistering June, Phoenix keeps breaking heat records

Arizona has more than 90 active conversion therapists

Arizona has more than 90 active conversion therapists

Arizona abortion rights ballot measure filed with 800K signatures

By TJ L'Heureux
Jul 3, 2024

Organizers said they gathered more than double the required number of signatures to place the measure on the November ballot.
It’s National HIV Testing Day. Here’s how to check your status

By Alex Gonzalez | Public News Service
Jun 27, 2024

More than 18,000 Arizonans live with HIV, and experts encourage everyone between 13 and 64 years old to get tested.
Up in smoke: Medical marijuana sales continue to fall in Arizona

By David Abbott | Arizona Mirror
Jun 26, 2024

As recreational weed sales have gobbled up the market, fewer Arizonans are seeking medical marijuana.
Vice President Kamala Harris stumps for abortion rights in Phoenix

By Morgan Kubasko and Lauren De Young | Cronkite News
Jun 25, 2024

"None of us can sit this out," the Vice President said on the second anniversary of the overturn of Roe v. Wade.
6 tips for staying safely active in Arizona summer heat

By Susan Yeargin | The Conversation
Jun 21, 2024

Summer in Phoenix doesn't mean you have to hibernate, as long as you follow these tips for good health in high temperatures.
‘Science over politics’: State budget extends psilocybin study funding

By Noah Cullen
Jun 21, 2024

Researchers feared losing $5 million in grants as lawmakers made nearly $2 billion in budget cuts this week.
State health department warns not to consume Diamond Shruumz candies

By Zach Buchanan
Jun 19, 2024

The state health department said Diamond Shruumz products have led to seizures and ER visits for several people in Arizona.
Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi reveals secret battle with eczema

By Joshua Heron | Cronkite News
Jun 18, 2024

The WNBA star has dealt with the skin condition since high school, but only now is choosing to speak about it publicly.
Funding for Arizona's first magic mushrooms study in danger

By Noah Cullen
Jun 10, 2024

A Scottsdale Research Institute may lose its grant to test psilocybin mushrooms on people with life-threatening illnesses.
Extreme heat hits the Valley early. It’s already killed 4 people

By TJ L'Heureux
Jun 4, 2024

The National Weather Service issued its first excessive heat warning for Phoenix, nearly a month earlier than it did in 2023.
With the 1864 ban axed, will abortion still motivate Arizona voters?

By Rekha Basu
May 29, 2024

By repealing its Civil War-era abortion ban, Arizona dodged a terrible scenario. But did that saga use up the issue's oxygen?
Arizona Supreme Court delays enforcement of 1864 abortion ban 90 days

By Gloria Rebecca Gomez | Arizona Mirror
May 13, 2024

Attorney General Kris Mayes gets her wish, likely ensuring the ban will be officially repealed before it can take effect.
After 645 heat deaths in 2023, are we ready for another deadly summer?

By TJ L'Heureux
May 13, 2024

There will be more cooling centers open for more hours in metro Phoenix. But experts say that's a temporary solution at best.
Arizona’s 1864 abortion ban repealed by state Senate

By Gloria Rebecca Gomez | Arizona Mirror
May 3, 2024

With Republican help, Senate Democrats repealed the Civil War-era abortion ban. Gov. Katie Hobbs signed it Thursday.
Third woman sues Phoenix doctor for botched plastic surgery

By TJ L'Heureux
Apr 29, 2024

‘It’s depressing, and it sucks’: Woman says procedure left her disfigured, suffering and embarrassed.
(Almost) 1864 no more: Arizona House repeals Civil War-era abortion ban

By Gloria Rebecca Gomez | Arizona Mirror
Apr 25, 2024

Three Republicans joined Democrats to strike down the near-total ban on abortions. An angry House Speaker then retaliated.
‘We kept our soul’: GOP keeps blocking repeal of Arizona abortion ban

By TJ L'Heureux
Apr 19, 2024

Another effort to toss 1864 ban fails in state House, advances in Senate.
Stepping for a cause: 16 photos from AIDS Walk Arizona

By Kevin Hurley
Apr 15, 2024

The walk and 5K run filled Tempe Beach Park with crowds raising awareness and money for HIV.
Phoenix expands heat protections for 10,000 outdoor workers

By Kathleen Stinson
Apr 12, 2024

“This is your win”: Sky Harbor workers applaud the move but fear retaliation if they take breaks or feel sick.
Arizona Republicans now regret abortion ban they refused to repeal

By TJ L'Heureux
Apr 11, 2024

GOP lawmakers across the state are flip-flopping their way to outrage over Tuesday's court ruling.

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